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Is Benzalkonium Chloride, Bromide and Saccharinate vegan?

Benzalkonium Chloride, Bromide and Saccharinate

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A group of synthetic quaternary ammonium compounds used as antimicrobial preservatives and surfactants in cosmetics. They are produced through chemical synthesis.

Also known as 263-080-8, 269-919-4, 270-325-2, 273-545-7, 287-089-1, 293-522-5, 61789-71-7, 63449-41-2, 68391-01-5, 68424-85-1, 68989-01-5, 85409-22-9, 91080-29-4, BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE / BENZALKONIUM BROMIDE / BENZALKONIUM SACCHARINATE
INCI name Benzalkonium Chloride, Bromide and Saccharinate
CAS number 8001-54-5
EC number 264-151-6
CosIng ID 28801
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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